Tuesday, June 28, 2011

When I first heard of the OSW (one sheet wonder) the template was cut down to make about 10 cards---but some of the pieces were tiny! So, I revisited the OSW idea and made up a simpler template that makes 8 cards. I actually had enough for 9, but 8 is a nice round number of cards for a gift.

my OSW template

First, sorry for the bad lighting. When I made up my template, I wanted it to be easy to remember so I didn't need a "template." But I am showing you what it looks like to give you a better idea of what I'm talking about. I divided up the 8.5" x 11 sheet in quarters. From there I divided up the space within the quarter sheets.

Pictured above is what my OSW looks like stamped and cut apart. Next you get to make these into cards.

I decided to use so saffron as my card base alternating with lucky limeade and pool party as accent colors. I stamped all my cards with the "thank you" sentiment from With All My Heart. I had fun with different kinds of cards.

Top picture is the back view of the ruffled card stock that I sewed onto the piece from the OSW. The bottom picture shows the front of the ruffled piece.

Then I used some gold netting that was just around and sewed it into a little gift bag and tied it with a ribbon. Voila! You have a gift to give and had fun making it!

I make the birthday cards for the ladies in our church and so here some of them. They are water colored with ink pads and the aqua painter using the Crazy for Cupcakes set. The top was border punched and then inside I sponged on color. Fun, fast and easy!

Believe it or not, but June is almost over! I can hardly wait to order from the new 2011-2012 Idea book and catalog! You can view the new IB & C online this Thursday, July 1!!! Just go to www.stampinup.com. You can also view the summer mini catalog, too! From the summer mini I have my eye on both Sail Away and The Open Sea and Nautical Expedition designer paper! I will be placing an order on July 5, if you'd also like to join with your order.

So, hang on 'til Thursday! I'll show you some more projects I've been working on.

Here's a new set that will be in the 2011-2012 idea book and catalog called Delicate Doilies. There is also designer paper called Flirtatious that looks similar, which is what I based this card on. I made 3 versions with the same base.

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Hi Stampers! The new 2011-2012 Stampin' Up! catalog is coming your way by July 1!!! So exciting! New stamps, in-colors and accessories and more in store for you! View the new Idea book and catalog online at http://www.stampinup.com/us/enu/default.asp. Peruse to your heart's content!!! I will be placing an order on July 5. So, make sure to give me your order at that time. Let me know if you have any questions. I've got to do a few errands but as soon as I get back I'll be working on making some more card samples for you!

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

I was so excited to start making something with the new in-colors that I forgot to say what they are! So, 2011-2012 In-Colors are: Calypso Coral, Lucky Limeade, Pool Party, Island Indigo and Wisteria Wonder. Now, when I first saw the new In-colors, I was a little skeptical about liking them. But now that I have them in my hot little hands I can't wait to create cards and more with them! Now, the 2010-2011 In-colors: Poppy Parade, Peach Parfait, Concord Crush, Pear Pizzazz and Blissful Bride will be around for one more year. It's so wonderful to have a foundation of colors and then 10 more colors to play with!

Hello there, Stampin' Sisters! Cards featured in June are varied and include themes of: Father's Day, Golf, birthday, baby and more. You may sign up to make7cards!

We will meet on Thursday, June 16, 2011, at my place. However, I will hold a class on Thursday, June 9, for those making Father's Day cards. Just let me know which date you'll be coming. In an attempt to streamline the class, I would like to have two time slots: 7-8 pm and 8-9 pm with 6-7 people per time slot. I do my best to design the cards to optimally be made in10 minutes or less per card. *Note: patterned paper will vary.

Oh, please, bring: Adhesive (like tape runner and/or double sided tape), scissors, and a bone folder.I may have a couple of tape runners and a couple of double sided tape dispensers for purchase @ $1.25, in case you need to purchase one. (A note about the tape runners: it could last one card night or more. It depends on how much you use on each card. I generally apply adhesive to the corners only, and if the piece is long, I add a bit more to the middle part.)Please, pre-pay the $5 class materials fee. : ) ** If it turns out that you can't make your cards, please try to find a stamp buddy to help you stamp your cards and assemble, too, if you choose. *** Occasionally, I hold a second or make-up card class determined on an "as needed" basis.

I enjoy leading the card class and love to see your creativity, smiles and friendship blooming!